The sky was shining, with hues of golden and orange color, upon the graceful waves of majestic deep blue sea, giving it a surreal appearance. There was the soft smooth powdery sand (as far as eyes can see) surrounding the beach. The dazzling sun is making the sand sparkle like tiny gems. It was like a beautiful painting created by the brushes of nature. No one can be escaped from falling into the spell-like trance of beauty and serenity of nature.
Just not so far, at a close distance, swaying palm trees seems like they are dancing in slow motion in synch to some tune. A cool breeze with a salty aroma was blowing. Every time when waves crash against the shore, it gives the impression that they are caressing and whispering some secret to the shore.
What can be more euphoric than hanging out hand in hand with your companion, love of life with the sun on your face, gritty sand beneath your feet, being wet with a light spray of seawater? Itâs our love birds Anuj and Anupama who are strolling hand in hand along the beach. Anuj in a white T-shirt and jeans folded up to his knees was looking dashing as always and Anupama in a pink long T-shirt with blue capris and a stole around her neck (a dress that Anuj gifted to Anu, especially for the beach) was looking graceful and attractive. Together they look very nice; Cutest and most adorable couple, a perfect example of a lovely couple.
A gentle breeze with salty aroma rustling through their body gives a soothing feeling. Walking on soft silky moist sand was a different experience, it was giving a wonderful sensation. There were quite, but their face was beaming bcoz of happiness and they were communicating through eyes.
Breaking the silence,
Anuj: Anu, I am still not able to believe that I am with you with hands in hand. For me, Itâs alike distant dream that has become reality. Donât know how and how many times, I should thank to Kanha ji. It never crossed my mind even for once that you would be part of my life. Now you belong to me, you are mine, only mine, Anuj ki Anupama. Earlier, I was only breathing, now I am living life. Saying this, he took both her hands in his hands and gently rubbed her hand, and planted a kiss on her hands.
Anu: I am fortunate that you came in my life, give me wings to fly, and fill my life with your love. She also kissed his hand.
Anuj: ufffâŚ.ufff. , Noooo. I am lucky.
Anupama: Noo, I am saying I am lucky and turned her face to another side.
Anuj: He went to that side, and slipped his hands around her neck. Stepped closer to her, his lips were just a few inches from hers.
Anu: Now, Anu does not feel too shy, but whenever Anuj comes closer to her or gazes at her, she has got butterflies in her stomach.
Anuj: Instead of kissing her, whispered in a seductive voice, Ok both of us are lucky.
Anu: Bhapp !!
Anuj: What happened now, you were expecting something else??
Anu: No, dropping her gaze.
Anuj: Ok, it means it does not matter for you whether you get it or not, looking at her with a mischievous glint in his eyes.
Anu: I did not say this?? After a few seconds, when she realized what she said. She avoided his gaze but when she met his gaze, her face turned rosy red.
Anuj: Acccha, then aapne kya kaha mohtarma, plz repeat again.
Anu: You, Mr. Flirt Kapadia.
Anuj burst out laughing hearing a new name after Shayar Kapadia.
Anuj: Ab toh flirt karna Banta hai. Aur ab yeh good boy, bad boy nahi, very very bad boy ho gaya hai.
Amidst this, what drew Anujâs attention was a sudden change in Anuâs expression. Within a moment, he was sure that he saw something in her eyes - something akin to pain.
Anuj: anu, tum theek ho ?? What has happened?
Anu: After a silence of few minutes, she said, Woh Mr. ShahâŚâŚ,
Before she could speak another word, Anuj placed his index finger on her lips.
Anuj: firmly, no, not now.. and took her in his embrace. She also surrendered herself in his arms. It felt like it was the warmth of his protective embrace, the only thing she needed at that moment.
Now, the sun is saying bye with a promise to shine the next morning, descending like it is submerging into the water. Golden, orange sky is fading to deep blue and a few bright stars started twinkling, exchanging greetings.
Anuj: Pushing her back gently, said, letâs go to shore.
At the shore, they sat beside each other. Anuj wrapped an arm around Anuâs neck and guided her head to his shoulder. She leaned her head on his shoulder. He bent his head, rubbed her cheeks with his, and planted gentle kisses with his warm lips along her neck and shoulder. Anu closed her eyes to savor each and every touch of her man. She wanted to enjoy every moment of togetherness to the fullest.
After that, they sat in silence for how a long, no idea. Then Anuj started speaking.
Anuj: Anu, how hard you try, you visit past some or other time; when you canât forget happy moments of past, how can you leave behind painful or unpleasant memories. Its nature of the past to call you and its nature of humans to answer back and visit there. But, itâs your choice whether you want to stay there; become a prisoner for the entire life of the past or come back and enjoy your present.
When it comes to kids, they are part of your life, in fact, they are life. We have to be there for their support and guidance but leave Mr. Shah, itâs his and Kavyaâs life. You know, I never force my opinion on you, and will never. I am always with you whatever may come. I want you to enjoy beautiful moments, make beautiful memories and be in present, thatâs all. This time will never come
Pointing to footprints on the sand which are completely washed away by waves,
Anuj: See, how footprints are washed away and sand is smoothened every time, giving space to new footprints. I agree that our mind is not like sand; we can not erase the memories but at least can try to make them fade away.
If you re-read your last chapter, you are imprinting it in your mind forever. You will never be able to write a new chapter or create a new beautiful story.
There was a long silence; it was like Anu was processing in her mind, what Anuj just said. She was lost somewhere. After pondering over it for a while, she drifted back to the real world from her thoughts, her world of thoughts.
Anu: You are absolutely right, we will make our own fairytale.
Anuj: No Anu, our story will not be a fairy tale. Fairytale is the story of a young beauty that struggled until a prince charming came to rescue her and they lived happily ever after.
We will write our own story, a story of two ordinary persons, thatâs not about the happily ever after, that will be making life happy now, painting each other's life with different hues, smiles, and happiness. These two people will make each otherâs life beautiful with their magic of love, respect, and understanding in spite of the pains, struggles, and obstacles that life will throw.
Beginning of new storyâŚâŚ..
Love Friendship Dating and Relationships
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